Brandguard Dormer Vent 9" x 18" - Retrofit

Increase airflow to your attic while protecting your home in fire prone areas. Brandguard Vents® provide excellent ventilation while trapping flames and embers BEFORE they enter the home. In this way, Brandguard Vents defend against wildfires and help SAVE HOMES!

Benefits:

• Safety vents that are used in areas prone to wildfires, wind driven rain, or wind driven snow.
• Overlapping Baffle Protection ( Patent Pending )
• Air Flows through normally
• Resists the intrusion of flame and embers, wind driven rain and wind driven snow.
• Compliant with new California Ch7a Building Code
• 20 Year Warranty
• Easy Installation

Installation:

1. Cut and remove existing horizontal louvers on existing Dormer Vent.
2. Place ample amounts of fire rated sealant behind 3” curved top flange of Dormer Retrofit.
3. Place Dormer Retrofit tightly into existing opening of old dormer vent. 3” curved top flange should go over the top of the existing dormer vent.
4. Secure with tapping screws 2” apart all along the entire 3” curved top flange.

NOTE: Always check local building codes for required NFVA/airflow minimums for attic spaces to ensure your retrofit meets code.